In 2023, the Food, Beverages, and Tobacco sector in France consumed 26.8 Thousand Gigawatthours of natural gas. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady growth in consumption, with gradual year-on-year increases. From 2024 to 2025, consumption rises by approximately 1.5%, and similarly from 2025 to 2026. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is anticipated to be around 1.4%, signaling modest but consistent growth in natural gas consumption within this sector.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts toward renewable energy sources, impacting natural gas consumption.
Technological advancements that could improve energy efficiency and alter demand patterns.
Regulatory changes impacting resource availability and cost structures.